National Weather Service forecasters reported at 4 p.m. a narrow band of moderate snow extending from Algona through Dayton into Boone. Snow accumulations between 1-3 inches are possible with wind speeds of 20-30 mph and temperatures around 32 degrees.

As the system moved out, expect winds on the backside of the system of 20-30 mph with gusts reaching 40 mph.

SNOW NORTH:

North and western counties can expected rain changing to moderate snow and sticking around into the early evening. NWS forecasters said accumulations are expected to be an inch or less in most places.

Most of the accumulation is expected on grassy areas, but roads and sidewalks may become a problem as temperatures fall.

STORMS SOUTH:

Tornado watches issued earlier on Wednesday have now been allowed to expire.

The southeast counties can expect widespread showers and thunderstorms with strong to severe storms. Large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes are possible, the National Weather Service reports.

More rain comes as flood warnings remain in effect along the Des Moines River south of Lake Red Rock.

THURSDAY SNOW/FREEZING RAIN:

NWS forecasters said light snow or light freezing rain is possible Thursday, with rain or snow expected south to north from Friday into Saturday.

Accumulations may reach a few inches north. Light to moderate snow is expected over the northern counties on Friday.